Steve and Denise Smith have rekindled their passion for Thoroughbred racing and breeding through their operation, Elements Racing, since acquiring Mesingw Farm in 2020. Their homebred filly, Meringue, will compete in the $175,000 Adirondack Stakes at Saratoga, while their Good Magic colt, Alekazam, will be consigned at the prestigious Fasig-Tipton Saratoga Sale. Meringue, sired by Frosted and out of a Godolphin-bred mare, impressed with a determined maiden win on turf at Churchill Downs and now faces a dirt debut under trainer Rodolphe Brisset. Alekazam, noted for his exceptional conformation and pedigree, reflects the Smiths’ careful breeding strategy focused on quality bloodlines and soundness.
The Smiths’ journey highlights their commitment to developing competitive homebreds and producing yearlings attractive to top buyers, supported by expert veterinary care and strategic partnerships like their collaboration with West Point Thoroughbreds. Their breeding program emphasizes mares with strong pedigrees, even those with prior reproductive challenges, enabling them to build a promising future. With ambitions of achieving a Kentucky Oaks winner and selling a million-dollar yearling, the Smiths are steadily progressing toward their dreams, exemplified by the upcoming high-profile races and sales featuring Meringue and Alekazam.
